Projects
Here are a few papers I wrote while obtaining my MLIS.
The Quandary of Archival Backlog
Backlog in archives has been a struggle for decades. In this paper, I analyze the methods used by three archives from different parts of the world to see which methods are successful in diminishing backlog. I identify three factors that are essential to creating a positive change on backlog in archives: good appraisal policy, backlog awareness, and more personnel.
The Cartoon Art Museum Special Library Collection Development Proposal
This is a collection proposal for the addition of items at The Cartoon Art Museum in San Francisco, CA. I chose forty-five items, of various formats, and specified guidelines for selecting items and managing the collection.
Sustainability in Methods of Digital Preservation: A Brief Overview
In this paper, I analyze current methods of archives for acquiring, assessing, preserving, and accessing records for their effectiveness with born-digital material.